Face Reality Antioxidant Scrub
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Face Reality Antioxidant Scrub — gentle exfoliating scrub with mushroom extract and antioxidant botanicals
Size: 6 oz / 177ml
What it does for your skin
A gentle physical exfoliating scrub that goes beyond basic exfoliation — formulated with Fomes Officinalis mushroom extract, licorice root, green tea, witch hazel, and panthenol to simultaneously smooth skin texture, calm inflammation, tone pores, and protect against environmental damage. Unlike standard scrubs that only physically exfoliate, this formula actively nourishes and protects while it buffs. No acids — making it the ideal exfoliating option for clients whose skin can't tolerate chemical exfoliants, or as a companion physical scrub alongside an acid routine.
Key benefits
- Biodegradable cellulose acetate beads exfoliate gently without microplastics
- Fomes Officinalis mushroom extract — rare anti-inflammatory that calms during exfoliation
- Licorice root brightens and fades uneven tone post-exfoliation
- Witch hazel tones and tightens pores after buffing
- Green tea antioxidants protect against free radical damage
- Panthenol soothes and maintains skin hydration throughout
- No acids — safe for skin that can't tolerate chemical exfoliants
- Generous 6 oz size for consistent face and body use
Best for
All skin types including sensitive, acne-prone, and reactive skin. The exfoliating scrub I recommend for clients who want to improve texture and brightness without acids — whether because their skin is too sensitive for chemical exfoliation, or because they want a gentle physical option to complement their existing acid routine on alternating days.
How to use
Apply a small amount to damp skin and massage gently in circular motions for 30-60 seconds. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. Use 2-3 times per week. Follow with toner, serum, and moisturizer. Can be used on face and body. Always follow with SPF 50 in the morning after any exfoliation.
Jasmine's note
“A good antioxidant scrub does double duty — physical exfoliation plus protection. I use this for clients who need texture improvement but whose skin doesn't tolerate chemical exfoliants well. The mushroom extract is what makes it truly special — Fomes Officinalis is one of the most potent anti-inflammatory botanicals you'll find in a scrub and most people have never heard of it. It calms the skin during exfoliation rather than leaving it reactive. It's also a great travel option when clients want to simplify their routine without losing their exfoliation step.”
Key ingredients
- Fomes Officinalis (Mushroom) Extract — rare medicinal mushroom extract with exceptional anti-inflammatory properties; calms skin reactivity during exfoliation and prevents the redness that often follows physical scrubbing; one of the most unusual and effective ingredients in this formula
- Cellulose Acetate — biodegradable plant-derived exfoliating beads; no microplastics; physically lifts dead skin cells and sebum from pores gently and evenly
- Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract — brightens uneven skin tone and reduces redness; the glabridin in licorice root directly inhibits the enzyme responsible for dark spot formation
- Camellia Oleifera (Green Tea) Leaf Extract — rich in EGCG, one of the most potent antioxidants in skincare; protects against UV-induced free radical damage and calms post-exfoliation inflammation
- Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water — tones and tightens pores immediately after exfoliation; reduces post-scrub redness and refines skin texture
- Panthenol D (Pro-Vitamin B5) — soothes and maintains skin hydration during and after exfoliation; prevents the dry, tight feeling that follows harsh scrubbing
- Cocamidopropyl Betaine — ultra-mild coconut-derived surfactant; cleanses without stripping while the beads exfoliate
- Decyl Glucoside & Lauryl Glucoside — gentle plant-derived cleansers that boost lather and support the mild surfactant base
- Butylene Glycol — humectant that draws moisture into skin throughout the cleansing and exfoliating process
Complete your routine
Use this scrub as your exfoliation step 2-3 times per week — build your routine around it:
- On scrub days replace your cleanser with: this scrub — it cleanses and exfoliates in one step
- Follow with: Face Reality Moisture Balance Toner or Soothing Radiance Toner to restore hydration and tone post-exfoliation
- Brightening boost: Face Reality GlowTone Corrective Serum after scrubbing for accelerated dark spot fading — freshly exfoliated skin absorbs serums more effectively
- Sensitive skin hydration: Face Reality HydraRemedy Gel Serum followed by Barrier Care Gel Cream if skin feels sensitive after exfoliation
- For acne-prone skin: Face Reality Clearaderma as your moisturizer on scrub days
- Alternate with: Face Reality L-Mandelic Face and Body Wash on non-scrub days for daily gentle chemical exfoliation alongside weekly physical exfoliation
- Always finish AM with: Face Reality powerMineral SPF 50 or Mineral Matte SPF 28
Frequently asked questions
What makes this scrub different from a standard face scrub?
Most scrubs are just exfoliating beads in a basic cleanser base — they buff the surface and nothing more. This formula actively treats the skin while it buffs: the mushroom extract calms inflammation, the licorice brightens, the green tea protects, the witch hazel tones, and the panthenol hydrates. You finish with smoother, calmer, brighter skin — not just exfoliated skin.
Can I use this if I'm also using acid exfoliants like glycolic or mandelic?
Yes — but not on the same day. Use your acid exfoliant on some nights and this scrub on alternate days. Physical and chemical exfoliation work beautifully together when staggered — the physical scrub lifts the dead skin that the acid then works through more effectively. Using both on the same day is too much exfoliation at once for most skin types.
Is this scrub safe for acne-prone skin?
Yes — the cellulose acetate beads are smooth and biodegradable, not jagged or irregular like walnut shell or apricot kernel scrubs that can create micro-tears and worsen acne. The anti-inflammatory mushroom extract specifically helps prevent the post-scrubbing inflammation that can trigger breakouts. This is one of the few physical scrubs I'm comfortable recommending to acne-prone clients.
Can I use this on my body?
Yes — the 6 oz size makes it practical for body use too. It works well on rough areas like elbows and knees, and the anti-inflammatory and brightening botanicals benefit body skin just as much as facial skin. For body acne specifically, I recommend pairing this with the L-Mandelic Face and Body Wash for a comprehensive clearing and smoothing approach.
Full ingredient list
Aqua (Water), Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Cellulose Acetate, Glycerin, Decyl Glucoside, Lauryl Glucoside, Xanthan Gum, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene Glycol, Fomes Officinalis (Mushroom) Extract, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Potassium Sorbate, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Water, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Root Extract, Camellia Oleifera (Green Tea) Leaf Extract, Panthenol (D), Ethylhexylglycerin, Alcohol.
